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La Petite France

La Petite France

La Petite France
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
About
Strasbourg's historic neighborhood is a serene collection of cobblestone roads, fine restaurants and 16th-century buildings.
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The area

Neighborhood: Petite France Nord Ouest
How to get there
  • Strasbourg Station • 10 min walk
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  • Norman3721
    Dover, United Kingdom267 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Stunning
    Felt like I was in Beauty and The Beast and Belle was going to come riding along in her bike with baguettes in her basket. This place.is well worth a visit So so so beautiful and so much to see. Houses are beautiful Windy paths to walk along Sun was shining which really helped bring Petite France Alive Loved loved loved
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 3, 2023
  • L'aquila
    Amsterdam, The Netherlands412 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing historic scene
    This district is a unique historical experience that everyone shall visit and feel the romance, nostalgic times. The canal, the buildings, the restaurants are all giving you the feeling of the 16th century. Walking through the pathways and seeing all sculpture takes you back to those days definitely. I recommend to all who are traveling and looking for some sights from 16th century.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written December 22, 2023
  • Ann C
    Nashville, Tennessee3,405 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    La Petite France
    A pretty historic area with cobblestone roads and canals. In December the area was decorated for Christmas. It can get very crowded with tourists, if you want to capture some good photos I recommend trying to visit at off times. Be sure to look out for the little bridges...picture perfect views!
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written January 11, 2024
  • annminky
    United States3,937 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Relaxing Walk in a Petite Place
    The day was cool with light drizzle. Beautiful sky with patches of clouds complimented this cute little place. Walking and exploring this unique city was one of the highlights of my birthday. The architecture of each building I saw was so relaxing. It was worth to travel here.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written March 15, 2024
  • Andre N
    Canada352 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Quickly became one of my favourite cities in Europe!
    What a beautiful and interesting place. A massive old town with plenty of water - incredibly scenic. My photographer daughter absolutely loved it (and so did the rest of us. History, a grand cathedral, shopping, architecture, nature, great restaurants-this place has it all in abundance! I definitely plan to visit again. One day was not enough!
    Visited May 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written May 13, 2024
  • benton2569
    Willington, Connecticut732 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    So Picturesque
    La Petite France is a neighborhood full of beautiful half timbered buildings lining picturesque canals. It's incredibly beautiful and, as such, draws a lot of tourist. Simply meander down the narrow streets, walk along the canals and appreciate the beauty of a bygone era. The photo opportunities are endless!
    Visited May 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written June 7, 2024
  • kate
    The Villages, Florida13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Wonderful Day in Strasbourg
    Our walking tour with Marine was an excellent site seeing and food/wine tasting day trip. We sampled various local foods such as kugelhopf and flammenkuchen (savory and sweet). We drank local beer and then also had a sommelier present different wines from the Alsace region. We stopped at a couple confectionery stores as well as cheese, Munster and another type. All in all a great way to experience center city Strasbourg. Marine speaks fluent English as well as French.
    Visited June 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written June 21, 2024
  • Eric B
    151 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Scenic and historic but watch out for Sunday
    The area feels so old European and historic. Every turn provides a new view especially along the water. We arrived on. Sunday evening and things were closing or closed. Had to settle for the pub menu at our hotel. It was good but the area doesn’t seem to do European, start dinner at 7, like we’d come to expect. Otherwise, a great area
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 14, 2024
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Honey Goel
Singapore, Singapore44 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2019 • Couples
Cobbled streets  with the traditional timber houses, winding streets and waterways; everything was just so very beautiful.

There are many cosy cafes and bakeries to satiate your hunger. Cathedral is beautiful. Take time to admire the historical buildings. A MUST VISIT.
Written February 25, 2020
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David F
Rehovot, Israel199 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2021
Look at the photos! This is an absolutely wonderful location to travel through, on foot, via canal, bicycle or any other mode. The ambience, architecture, flowers, river, restaurants, pubs and shops is simply fantastic, especially when the sun is shining.

The place just makes you want to linger and take the atmosphere in completely especially when downing one of the tastiest beers I have ever had...in Alsace? How can that be? I was amazed by an amber beer called "Fischer" Dorelei. Superb! The entire area sets you back several hundred years in time at that is just wonderful.
I highly recommend this area to any traveler in the Alsace region.
Written November 1, 2021
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Mitoku
Casnate Con Bernate, Italy690 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Couples
It was very pleasant to spend an evening in this typical, very characteristic and charming neighborhood. I recommend stopping for dinner in one of the numerous restaurants; they are a little touristy but still good.
The neighborhood is beautiful to visit and photograph with the numerous colorful half-timbered houses and canals. Sunset is definitely the best time to take beautiful photographs.
We were very lucky to find an orchestra of old musicians who cheered passers-by and restaurant guests with traditional music.
A must see in Strasbourg
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Written September 10, 2023
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AllanJGJ
Wellington, New Zealand4,247 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Couples
A huge tourist drawcard, and rightly so, Little France is an island and surrounding area across the delta of the river. We visited first on a Saturday when it was full to the brim with tourists and boats in the locks, and then on a weekday when there were significantly less people. Both experiences were excellent. Lots of lovely buildings, racing water, cafes, happy smiling people. Incredibly picturesque area with a number of attractions in the near vicinity. We parked at the large carpark at the nearby modern art gallery which was close enough to take in the whole district. La Petite France is obviously a must-do when you're in Strasbourg.
Written June 29, 2023
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NomadicAdventurer
Germany271 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022
Just a beautiful city area and atmosphere. I recommend visiting several times, especially during lunch and at some point, at dark when the beautiful restaurants on the canal are open and the lights are colourful.

There is a children's playground between one of the canals and several places worthwhile to have a casual picnic.
Written May 13, 2022
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gfsc5
Perth, Australia1,813 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Couples
Strasbourg is an interesting place full of surprises.

One of the surprises for us was the beautiful La Petite France area in the old part of the city. Full of half-timbered buildings alongside canals and lining narrow streets. Simply delightful and full of photo. ops.

Luckily we were on a tour and our guide was able to give us some interesting historical information and point out some particular buildings of interest. That said, even without a guide a walk through the area wouldn't be a waste.

Recommended as a spot for all tourists to visit.
Written July 28, 2023
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Roberto I
The Hague, The Netherlands315 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
Petite France is a historic quarter of the city of Strasbourg in eastern France. It is located at the western end of the Grande Île, which contains the historical centre of the city. The name Petite-France ("Little France") was not given for patriotic or architectural reasons. It comes from the "hospice of the syphilitic" (Hospice des Vérolés, in French), which was built in the late fifteenth century on this island, to cure persons with syphilis, then called Franzosenkrankheit ("French disease") in German.This is the most picturesque district of old Strasbourg. Fishermen, millers and tanners once lived and worked in this part of town where the streets have been built level with the waterways. Nice atmosphere with French and German influence.
Written January 5, 2020
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Front D
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2022 • Solo
Spent time in Strasbourg, visiting my aunt and cousins, during the summer of 2022. While there enjoyed the free Jazz concerts in La Petite France. I also really enjoyed visiting the historical museum of Strasbourg, where I learned about the production of arms and use of paper for printing. Very nice city with beauty and culture. I highly recommend taking a late morning boat ride and having lunch along the river.
Written August 18, 2023
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MKTBE
Topeka, KS4,161 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Couples
The Ill River winds its way through the Petite France area of Strasbourg, which is why this district is sometimes compared to a little Venice. The district is spread across an amazing river delta, formed by the five arms of the river. At times peaceful, but at times vigorous, the River Ill floods the whole district with its charm. What a lovely area, to take a leisurely stroll, admire the Covered Bridges, the Cobblestone Alleys, dine on Alsatian cuisine, take pictures, and enjoy the Canals while appreciating the reflection of the colourful facades of the old houses. Simply lovely area of Strasbourg!
Written January 11, 2023
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Antonello C
Taranto, Italy118 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 • Family
Beautiful day in the alleys of Strasbourg, festively decorated for the Christmas holidays... The markets begin on 27/11 but already from 19/11 the city is all "dressed up" for the party, and only this is worth the visit.
In the center you can find shops and refreshment centers, but if you want to eat Italian or have children in tow, organize first because it is very difficult to find a decent place.
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Written November 26, 2024
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